Traditional games to help you excel in exams

It is important to take breaks from time to time while preparing for an exam as it helps you relax and recharge.

Did you know that these traditional games can also help in boosting your revision capacity, even for last minute studies?

Batu Seremban

Batu Seremban is a great metaphor that learning is a level-up and repeat process. It also helps you build focus and loosen wrist muscles from writing so much. You don't want carpal tunnel syndrome on the day of an important exam, trust me!

Police and thief

Best played with your study group after every 30-50 minutes of studying. Run around tagging each other for 10 minutes as the adrenaline will help pump your brain with blood and make you alert again.

Congkak

Another great game for focus and help you practice speedy counting, most useful before math-related exams. The soothing sound of clacking marbles on wood will also take your mind off stressful topics.

Teng-teng (hopscotch)

For something less strenuous than Police and Thief, you can opt to play hopscotch instead. The effort you put into balancing your body on one leg while hopping around can also build focus.

Pemadam Wars

Best part of this game is you can also play it on your own, and during exams! Sometimes you just need to distract yourself for 5 seconds before inspiration strikes and the answer becomes clear.

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